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Carnival / Ash Wednesday 2026 in Germany

The first day of Lent is known as Ash Wednesday for Christians worldwide. It is the beginning of the Lenten fast. The Lenten fast lasts for 40 days (excluding Sundays) and ends on Holy Saturday, which is the day before Easter Sunday.

Is Carnival / Ash Wednesday a Public Holiday?

While Carnival / Ash Wednesday is not a public holiday, it is categorized as a silent day (stiller Tag) in all or part of Germany. In some states, special restrictions may apply for certain types of activities, such as concerts or dance events. Depending on the state, businesses may follow normal or restricted opening hours, or they may be closed for the day.

Ash is an important symbol of Ash Wednesday in many Christian churches.

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Carnival / Ash Wednesday Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Wed Feb 26 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2021 Wed Feb 17 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2022 Wed Mar 2 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2023 Wed Feb 22 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2024 Wed Feb 14 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2025 Wed Mar 5 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2026 Wed Feb 18 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2027 Wed Feb 10 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2028 Wed Mar 1 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2029 Wed Feb 14 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day
2030 Wed Mar 6 Carnival / Ash Wednesday Silent Day

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